ULTRASONOGRAPHER

Slocum Dickson Medical Group • New Hartford, NY

287d • $32 - $50

About The Position

The Ultrasonographer is responsible for coordinating the activities of the Ultrasound Department. This role involves performing ultrasound exams, including doppler/duplex exams, developing ultrasound films, and retrieving prior films and reports as required for sonography exams. The Ultrasonographer assists Radiologists with sonography exams, monitors daily quality assurance, and records data. They are also responsible for the proper start-up and calibration of ultrasound instrumentation, reviewing and updating ultrasound procedures, and managing inventory and requisition of supplies. The position requires utilizing the RIS/PACS System to enter, retrieve, and maintain data, and may involve exposure to hazardous drugs. Attendance at OSHA training is required upon initial employee orientation and annually.

Requirements

• Graduate of a certified radiology program with ARRT certificate.
• Valid New York State license.
• ARDMS registry.
• Experience in general, vascular, and breast sonography.
• Thorough knowledge of the theory and practices of ultrasonography.
• Thorough knowledge of techniques required for performance of ultrasonography.
• Skills in the use of ultrasound equipment.
• Ability to make accurate observations.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound exams and doppler/duplex exams.
• Develops ultrasound films and retrieves prior films and reports as required.
• Assists Radiologist with sonography exams.
• Monitors daily quality assurance and records data.
• Responsible for proper start-up and calibration of ultrasound instrumentation.
• Reviews and updates ultrasound procedures.
• Responsible for inventory and requisition of supplies.
• Utilizes RIS/PACS System to enter, retrieve, and maintain data.
• Attends OSHA training upon initial employee orientation and annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree